Casualties unknown

1998-07-17: Piper PA-25-235 (N75HM) — Leland, IL

Leland, IL, US

On July 17, 1998, a Piper PA-25-235 (registration N75HM) was involved in an aviation accident near Leland, IL. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: Control interference between the pilot-in-command and the student. An excessive descent rate and inadequate flare by the student during landing are contributing factors. The inadequate supervision by the pilot-in-command is an additional factor. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards

During a training flight, a bounce on the fourth landing led to a control dispute, stall, and impact. The student released the stick as instructed, but the instructor found it in full aft position.

Event Overview

During a training flight, the student was conducting his fourth landing. The aircraft bounced upon touchdown, and the instructor yanked the control stick. The student reported that he was previously told to release the stick when it was yanked by the instructor. In this instance, the student released the stick, and the instructor took control. The instructor reportedly said, "give me the stick."

Instructor Actions

The instructor applied full power after the bounce and continued down the runway for about two-thirds of its length with a slightly nose-high attitude. The student observed the airspeed at 50 KIAS. Subsequently, the nose pitched upward, the airplane stalled, the right wing dropped, and the nose impacted the ground.

Instructor's Account

The instructor reported that the student bounced the landing and applied full aft control. The instructor called out "my controls," but the control stick remained in the full aft position. The instructor then attempted to fly the aircraft using throttle and rudder only.

Inspection Findings

An inspection of the elevator control system revealed no anomalies.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001211X10538. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.